KUCHING, 26 April 2026 — A strong sense of unity and public spirit was seen at the “Donate Blood, Spread Warmth” campaign held at Aeroville Mall on Sunday, where hundreds of members of the public came forward to support the lifesaving effort.
The Sarawak Deputy Premier, Datuk Amar Dr Sim Kui Hian, attended the event as guest of honour. The campaign was organised jointly by The Federation of Chinese Associations, Kuching, Samarahan and Serian Division, Sarawak Youth Section, and the Sarawak Chawan Association Youth Section, with support from Sarawak Blood Bank and the Red Crescent Kuching Branch.
Held from 10 am to 3 pm on the first floor of the mall, the campaign received encouraging participation from the community. A total of 173 donors registered throughout the day. Out of these, 150 pints of blood were successfully collected, while 23 donors were deferred for medical reasons. Organisers confirmed that the target had been successfully achieved, marking another positive outcome for the group’s ongoing efforts.
This year’s drive is the eighth campaign organised by The Federation of Chinese Associations Youth Section, showing consistent commitment to community health awareness and support for national blood supply needs.
Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor, Dato Wee Hong Seng, also attended and expressed appreciation to all donors and organisers. He praised the bravery and kindness of those who stepped forward to donate blood, describing their actions as an important contribution to saving lives in hospitals across Sarawak.
He also highlighted the importance of maintaining regular blood donation campaigns, noting that hospital demand remains constant and community participation is essential to ensure adequate supply.
Throughout the event, the atmosphere remained warm and welcoming. Families, youth groups, volunteers, and community leaders gathered together, reflecting strong cooperation between organisations and the public. Organisers also thanked sponsors and supporting units for helping create a smooth and well-managed event.
The campaign served as a reminder of the importance of blood donation in strengthening healthcare services. Every pint collected represents hope for patients in emergency situations, surgeries, and ongoing medical treatment.
In his remarks, Dato Wee encouraged more people to join future blood donation drives, stressing that continued support from the public is key to sustaining life-saving medical services.
The event ended on a positive note with appreciation extended to all involved, reinforcing the message that community unity plays a vital role in public health and saving lives across Sarawak.
